Registered Nurse (RN) Behavioral Health PRN

Memorial Medical Center; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differentials

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Flexible-spending accounts

Health-savings accounts

Paid time off and sick leave

Job summary

Memorial Medical Center in Las Cruces, NM seeks a Registered Nurse (RN) for a 12-bed Behavioral Health Unit, on the 5th floor, serving adult patients with a 1:8 nurse-to-patient ratio. You will provide direct care within a supportive, collaborative team focusing on mental health crises.

Join a dedicated unit with ongoing professional development, competitive shift differentials, and comprehensive benefits as part of Lifepoint Health.

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support certification required within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS and PALS required within six months of hire.
• One year of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Utilize specialized plan-of-care interventions to improve patient outcomes.
• Shape exceptional patient journeys and leverage technology to impact patient wellbeing.

Skills

Compassionate care

Team collaboration

Education

Basic Life Support certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

Job description

Your experience mattersAt Memorial Medical Center, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a registered nurse (RN) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Department/Unit Summary

Join our team in a 12-bed Behavioral Health Unit, located on the 5th floor, specializing in adult patients. Staffed with compassionate healthcare professionals including RNs, Mental Health Assistants, Psychiatrists, Social Workers and Mental Health Providers. Operating with a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:8, our unit treats a variety of diagnoses such as Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), and Substance Use Disorder (SUD). Patients may present with psychosis, suicidal ideation, homicidal ideation, mania, or exacerbations of mental illness. This role offers an opportunity to work collaboratively in a supportive environment focused on providing quality care and support to individuals experiencing behavioral health crises.

How you'll contribute

You’ll make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan-of-care intervention and serving as a patient-care innovator. You will shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills and our cutting-edge technology to directly impact patient wellbeing.

What we offer

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Shift differentials
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts
• Competitive paid time off and extended illness bank package for full-time employees
• Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage
• Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness
• Professional development and growth opportunities

Qualifications and requirements

• Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS and PALS are required within six months of hire.
• One year of experience preferred.

About our Health System

Memorial Medical Center is a 199 bed acute hospital located in Las Cruces, NM and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

Memorial Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MMC is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.